The Taj Mahal, one of the most iconic monuments in the world, is located in Agra, India. It was commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died during ...

Jackson Browne and Taj Mahal will be among performers at Red Dirt Boogie, a Feb. 6 concert event celebrating the life and ...

The trouble with the Taj Mahal is that it has become so overlaid with accumulated meanings as to be almost impossible to see. A billion chocolate-box images and tourist guidebooks order us to ...

One of the most famous and prominent examples of marble inlay is the Taj Mahal in India. The descendants of the 17th-century artisans who worked on the Taj Mahal still make a living using the ...

Commemorating Mughal emperor Shah Jahan's 370th death anniversary, a three-day 'urs' began at the Taj Mahal. Opening the basement tomb and offering 'chadar' on the graves of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz ...

The lush and sprawling lawns in front of the Taj Mahal were actually developed under British rule. The original gardens contained lush foliage and 60 exquisite flowerbeds. Contrary to popular ...

The Taj Mahal is one of the most beautiful monuments in the world and has been recognised as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. This beautiful 17th-century mausoleum was built by Mughal ...

Taj Mahal wasn’t shocked to get the news that the Recording Academy finally decided the time was right to present him with a Lifetime Achievement Award. The longtime Berkeley resident heard whispers ...

Step back in time as you explore the opulent halls ... Jama Masjid While the Taj Mahal takes centre stage, the Jama Masjid in Agra offers a glimpse into the city's rich Islamic heritage.

Visit the Taj Mahal early in the morning for the golden hour's perfect lighting. Late afternoons provide stunning sunset views, while nighttime offers a serene, moonlit experience. Fewer tourists ...

Plain and simple: This is the reason you come to Agra. The Taj Mahal is a majestic tomb built in the Mughal style, which combines Indian, Islamic and Persian architectural principles. Visitors ...